This Shimmering Light Parade In New Mexico Will Rock Your Holidays

In the Land of Enchantment, there are dozens of holiday events to visit around Christmas time. This electric parade is taking place in the quaint town of Las Vegas, New Mexico, and year after year it's an amazing experience for everyone. With dozens of floats lighting the streets as the city lights are turned down low, this light parade is truly magical. Get ready to see the town come to life at night as this parade takes off and dazzles us all into the holiday spirit.

Every year, Las Vegas comes to life at the Electric Light Parade. This year the sparkling parade is taking place on December 8, 2018.

This magical parade goes right through the sweet historic mountain town of Las Vegas.

All of the locals love this parade. The street lights are dimmed so that the floats can truly light the night.

This year's theme is "A Jolly Rockin' Christmas." Be prepared for some creative and bright floats to rock out to.

Children and adults alike come out to this holiday event where the community has all come together to put on a show.

There will be a contest for best float, so make sure to vote for your favorite.

This electric parade ends at Historic Plaza Park where the entire park is decked out in Christmas trees and lights.

The Electric Light Parade in Las Vegas, NM is a truly shimmering experience and is not to be missed. The parade starts at sundown (approximately 6p.m.) on December 8, 2018.

The Electric Light Parade is taking place in Historic Downtown Las Vegas, NM on December 8, 2018 at 6p.m.

For more information, you can visit the Facebook event page right here.

Have you been to this electric parade in Las Vegas? What was the best part? Tell us about your experience in the comments, and don’t forget to share your holiday photos from your outings with us in our New Mexico Nature Lovers Facebook group, or tag us on Instagram by tagging #onlyinnewmexico for a chance to be featured!

For another magical light experience, this river light tour in Carlsbad is full of Christmas spirit every year, and you need to check it out before the season is over.